What is the answer to "Hit with a jump scare" in the WSJ Crossword?

The answer to the WSJ Crossword clue "Hit with a jump scare" is STARTLED (8 letters).

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Hit with a jump scare WSJ Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the September 4, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

STARTLED

8 letters · Down · last seen September 4, 2026

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